01 / MOTOR FAMILY
Micro DC & brushless motors
Explore brushed, coreless, brushless and stepper motor options. Match motor construction to your load, supply and controller.
Compare this motor family ↗NEED FOR POWER / NFP MOTOR
Micro DC motors,
gear motors
& vibration motors.
Compact motion and tactile feedback for product integration.
Compare rotary drives, geared outputs and haptic actuators by their operating requirements. Start with a motor family, then check the exact model specifications and outline drawing.
Motor integration considerations ↓01 / MOTOR FAMILIES
Choose the motion your product needs.
Three routes into the catalogue, organised around the function of the drive.
02 / MOTOR FAMILY
DC vibration motors & LRAs
Compare ERM vibration motors, brushless vibration motors and linear resonant actuators for alerts and tactile interfaces.
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03 / MOTOR FAMILY
Miniature DC gear motors
Compare spur, planetary and worm gear motors for reduced output speed, load torque and compact transmission layouts.
Compare this motor family ↗02 / MOTOR SELECTION
Start with the operating point.
Define the motion and operating conditions first. Compare loaded performance, installation space and drive requirements before choosing a model.
01 / ROTARY MOTION
Micro DC motors
For compact mechanisms driven directly by the motor shaft.
- Define
- Loaded speed and torque; supply voltage; motor body and shaft dimensions.
- Verify
- Check brushed or brushless construction and the required controller.
02 / REDUCED-SPEED OUTPUT
Miniature DC gear motors
For applications that need lower speed and increased output torque.
- Define
- Output torque and speed; gear ratio; gearbox limits, backlash and shaft loads.
- Verify
- Evaluate the motor and gearbox together at the intended duty cycle.
03 / TACTILE FEEDBACK
ERM motors & LRAs
For alerts and tactile effects in handheld or wearable products.
- Define
- Package size; mounting; vibration response; supply and drive method.
- Verify
- Select the actuator and haptic driver together. ERM and LRA drives differ.
Compare the function before the model number. Confirm final performance with the exact specification and a sample in your assembly.
03 / MICRO DRIVE INTEGRATION
Design the motor into the system.
Bring the mechanical, electrical and control requirements together. These six checks help turn a motor choice into a workable assembly.
01 / INTEGRATION CHECK
Speed, torque & gearing
Specify running and starting loads, output speed and allowable shaft loading. Include gear ratio, backlash and duty cycle.
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02 / INTEGRATION CHECK
Supply & drive electronics
Check supply variation, start-up current and controller limits. Confirm whether the motor has integrated electronics or requires an external driver.
Brushless motor drivers ↗
03 / INTEGRATION CHECK
Envelope & mechanical fit
Check the full drawing: shaft protrusion, eccentric-mass clearance, leads, connector and mounting features. Allow space for assembly and cable routing.
Motor mounting brackets ↗
04 / INTEGRATION CHECK
Haptic mounting & response
ERM and LRA actuators require different drives. Test in the actual housing: mounting stiffness, enclosure mass and grip affect perceived feedback.
ERM and LRA comparison ↗
05 / INTEGRATION CHECK
Feedback & position control
Define speed regulation, direction detection or positioning needs. Match encoder output, resolution and interface to the controller.
Gear motors with encoders ↗
06 / INTEGRATION CHECK
Duty cycle & validation
Record on/off timing, load changes, temperature, noise and service-life requirements. Evaluate the exact motor in the intended assembly.
Motor selection questions ↗04 / DESIGN PATHWAYS
From a product function to a motor family.
Explore a drive architecture through its role in the mechanism. Final suitability depends on the selected motor, load and control system.
01 / GEARED MOTION
Low-speed rotary mechanisms
For compact positioning mechanisms and instrument adjustments. Start with output load and speed, then check gearhead limits, backlash and shaft constraints.
02 / DIRECT DRIVE
Compact direct-drive assemblies
For small rotary drives coupled to a mechanism. Compare motor architecture, loaded performance, control method and the available installation space.
03 / HAPTIC RESPONSE
Tactile interfaces & alerts
For handheld controls, wearable notifications and interactive devices. Define the tactile effect, then select the actuator package, mounting and drive electronics.
05 / APPLICATION ARCHIVE
Micro motors in real product designs.
Explore documented examples of tactile feedback in wearable devices, gaming interfaces and compact equipment. These are historical case studies.
WEARABLE NAVIGATION
Sunu Band sonar smartwatch
Tactile patterns turn sonar information into feedback on the wrist. This case shows an LRA integrated into a compact wearable interface.
Linear resonant actuator · NFP-ELV1411A
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GAMING & INTERFACES
Swiftpoint Z gaming mouse
Force-sensitive clicks are paired with tactile confirmation. An LRA provides feedback when a configured deep-click action is activated.
Linear resonant actuator · NFP-ELV0832B
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COMPACT INSTRUMENTS
Dive-computer tactile feedback
A compact actuator brings tactile feedback to a dive-computer interface. Review the case for its integration into the Shearwater device.
LRA · Compact tactile feedback
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INTERACTIVE EQUIPMENT
Laser-tag equipment
Enclosed vibration motors give players tactile cues for game events. The case covers feedback in taggers and hit-sensor equipment.
Enclosed ERM · NFP-E0724
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SPORTS COMMUNICATION
Referee paging system
A cylindrical pager motor provides a vibration alert in the RPS2156 referee communication system, bringing a tactile cue to a wearable receiver.
Cylindrical ERM · Pager motor
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WEARABLE ALERTS
Nimb smart ring
A PCB-mounted vibration motor fits into a compact ring assembly. Explore the documented motor and board integration for wearable feedback.
PCB / SMT vibration · NFP-RF2323
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06 / TECHNICAL RESOURCES
Keep the specification in context.
Use model data and outline drawings alongside practical guidance on actuator behaviour, assembly and measurement.
01 / ACTUATOR PRINCIPLES
ERM or LRA?
Compare actuator construction and drive requirements for tactile feedback.
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02 / ASSEMBLY METHODS
Mounting & connection
Review SMD reflow and spring-contact approaches for vibration motor integration.
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03 / MEASUREMENT PRACTICE
Measuring motor current
Understand the test setup before comparing current readings and operating conditions.
Read technical guide ↗07 / NFP MOTOR
A clear technical brief.
A better starting point.
NFP Motor is the motor business of Need For Power Electronics Co., Limited. Our catalogue covers vibration actuators, micro DC motors and geared motor configurations.
Start with a catalogue model or discuss configuration requirements such as leads, connectors, shafts and mounting. Available options depend on the chosen model.
Company and product information ↗What to include in your enquiry
- Required output Speed and torque, or the intended tactile response.
- Operating conditions Supply, duty cycle, loading and environmental limits.
- Installation details Available space, drawing, shaft, mounting and connection.
- Project stage Sample quantity, expected volume and target schedule.
08 / COMPLETE CATALOGUE
Browse every motor category.
Open the directory for all 33 product categories, drivers and mounting accessories.
All motor categories 33 categories · 3 product families ＋
01 / PRODUCT DIRECTORY
Vibration Motors
02 / PRODUCT DIRECTORY
DC Gear Motors
03 / PRODUCT DIRECTORY